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Lesson Notes September 9, 2025 (TUESDAY ZOOM)

Words & Phrases

• I had (real / authentic) soba in Karuizawa at a famous spot.

• Did you stand in a long line for the soba?

• The soba came with a walnut dip.

• There’s a slight slope from the station up to the temple. (‘Slope’ an incline that is not steep)

• The hotel has spacious rooms with private onsen baths.

• The hotel has an in-room hot spring.

• The ceilings are high.

• The tour I wanted to take was cancelled due to a lack of people.

• Sometimes there is poor transportation, especially in mountain areas.

• On the train, in the open seating area, there were no seats together. (‘Open seating area’ is the usual way to describe a section without assigned seats)

• He needs more experience in politics.